The term 'Land of Leonidas' refers to the ancient Greek city-state of SPARTA. It was ruled by King Leonidas I, who famously led a small force of 300 Spartans against the much larger Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. The city-state was renowned for its military prowess and its strict adherence to a militaristic lifestyle. SPARTA was also known for its strong sense of patriotism and loyalty to its citizens.